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Spring on Fire Island

In May, the white blossoms of beach plum divulge the abundance of this dune and swale shrub. Take a closer look, and you may catch a glimpse of deer browsing among the native vegetation.

Before Memorial Day, the air can still be chilly and the weather is somewhat unpredictable so dressing in layers is recommended. Ferry service to Sailors Haven and Watch Hill does not begin until mid-May, but you can easily walk in from nearby communities where ferries are operating on a limited schedule.

School groups are venturing out to the park and education programs are underway at park sites. The Watch Hill campground opens mid- to late May and offers family sites and one organized group site.